Chichela - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Chichela is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ambatpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichela is 539488. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.13 hectares and falls under the 442919 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Chichela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichela
According to the 2011 Census, Chichela village had a total population of 545 people, including 256 males and 289 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.29%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 70.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 256 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 23 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 138 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 193 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 63 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Chichela
Chichela is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chichela
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chichela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Chichela is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chichela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chichela
Where is Chichela located?
Chichela village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichela?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichela is Ambatpalli.
What is the pincode of Chichela?
The pincode of Chichela is 442919.
What is the population of Chichela?
Chichela had a total population of 545, including 256 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chichela?
Chichela had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichela was 76.29%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 70.24%.